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The Sun is getting more active!
Solar image by Bill Kaloudis posted to the BINTEL Society Facebook group. Lunt 40mm Solar telescope and BINTEL ED Barlow. See more at https://www.instagram.com/theastrogarden/
The Sun has been showing increased activity over the last few months. Flares, Sunspots and other features are becoming more common as our nearest star emerges from the recent Solar Minimum. Did you know there's a wide range of specialist Solar telescopes for viewing and photographing the Sun in amazing detail? Find out more below.
It's been a while, but they're here!
Sky-Watcher Evolux
The much-anticipated Evolux 62ED ($599.00) and 82ED ($1,149.00) telescopes might have taken several years longer than expected to make it out of the Sky-Watcher guru's labs, but they're finally on the way and expected to arrive at BINTEL next week.
Sky-Watcher Evolux 82ED model shown
These new telescopes will be excellent wide-field instruments for both visual observing and astrophotography. To celebrate their arrival, BINTEL are giving away a free Evolux carry handle worth $40 to the first customers who order either the 62ED or 82ED models. Full details in the link below:
Discovering the hidden world with -
Microscopes
Viewing plankton in a water sample scooped up from Sydney Harbour by Australian Maritime Museum staff.
There's an entire universe beyond the reach of our eyes that's just waiting to be discovered with a microscope.
Just like their close cousin - the telescope - microscopes come in a wide range of sizes and types. We've put together a quick guide on which type of microscope is best for you needs and the diverse types commonly in use. It also covers some of the newer digital models with either built-in LCD screens or abilities to hook up to larger displays.
Choosing a first microscope
We receive a lot of questions about what would be a good first microscope as a gift for a keen young scientist or an adult who wants to start learning about them. This $99 bundle from Celestron which is available now at BINTEL includes a quality 40x - 600x magnification microscope, prepared and blank slides, as well as a wide range of accessories.
There's also a limited number of the digital version of the same kits. Contact us for more information.
Masks are no longer required in the BINTEL Showroom
As per NSW government guidelines, from the 25th of Feb it's no longer mandatory to wear facemasks in most indoor spaces in NSW including the BINTEL Showroom.
However, if you'd prefer to continue wearing a mask for health reasons our staff will respect this by also wearing one as well.
If you haven't been in to see us for a while, pop in to say g'day.
Our showroom at 84 Wentworth Park Rd Glebe is open Mon - Fri from 9.30am to 5.30pm and Sat 9am-3pm.
End of Summer Specials Part 2 -
Free shipping across Australia on all Meade telescopes in stock
Meade beginner's telescopes in stock now.
In stock now are a range of Meade telescopes that we feel make a great introduction to astronomy. BINTEL are offering free shipping to all parts of Australia for a limited time as well.
Plus - more Meade telescope on the way!
Keep an eye on the BINTEL website for updates on the return of Meade's computerised telescopes in the coming months including the Meade LX90 range. We don't have a firm date at this time, but as a great philosopher once said, "it won't happen overnight, but it will happen." :)
Team member job @ BINTEL
BINTEL are looking for an enthusiastic and engaging team member to work on a Saturday in our busy Glebe store who is passionate about delivering an excellent customer experience.
An interest in astronomy and/or birding would be advantage.
Please apply by sending a short email about yourself to support@bintel.com.au and attach your CV.
(And no Dylan, the commute from Byron Bay would be a bit much even for you....)
Astronomy tour guide job on offer
One of our customers, Uluru Astro Tour, is reopening after a long break caused by the pandemic. They've asked us to pass on the message that they need a full-time tour guide. If you're a keen astronomer, contact us for more information or visit the link below to contact Steven Wang.
Next time - Astronomy on the big (or not so big) screen
Can I connect my telescope to view astro objects on my phone or table? What about on a PC? Can I display them on a big screen for a small group or even students?
Welcome to the world of Electronically Assisted Astronomy (EAA)!
Next issue we'll be covering how you can take what you see through a telescope, and it put it on a screen, along with options for families through to education and public outreach.
